Random announcements of pregnancy are but one of a vast array of what we can call ‘life’s inevitabilities.’ Especially if you’re a business owner employing both women and men – […] more»

With more than 80% of women experiencing nausea during pregnancy, Myrtle & Maude, co-founders Julia d’Albert-Pusey and Matty Johnson are on a mission to help women conquer morning sickness. more»

Almost nine in ten full-time UK workers favour flexible working arrangements over the traditional nine to five, according to a new study, and experts have warned employers to respond to changing expectations of working life or face missing out on talent. more»

If you’ve ever misled employees on legal entitlements, they might now be equipped to respond, after Citizens Advice announced the most common workplace rights myths staff are told by bosses. more»

Alexandra McCabe first got the idea for her business when she was looking for some maternity fitness-wear for her sister in law. Seeing a gap in the market, McCabe founded FittaMamma. more»

A campaign launched by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) will encourage businesses to develop awareness of the rights of pregnant women and new mothers in the workplace. more»

EHRC deputy chair Caroline Waters explains that the majority of smaller firms are supportive of pregnant employees despite popular misconceptions, but more needs to be done to improve their knowledge of legal rights in the area. more»

A recent report from EHRC found smaller businesses struggled with management of maternity leave – so employment lawyer Philippa Wood has prepared a useful set of guidelines on what you should know. more»

A new report from EHRC and the department for business, innovation and skills looked into pregnancy and maternity-related discrimination and disadvantage in the workplace. more»